Sponge Gourd – F1 Hybrid Seeds

Grow soft, high-yield tori on your rooftop. These F1 hybrid sponge gourd seeds produce fast-growing vines with long, tender fruits. They thrive in pots or trellised beds and are ideal for summer planting in warm, sunny spots.

Perfect for gardeners seeking easy care and reliable harvests in rooftop setups.

Why Gardeners Prefer It

• F1 hybrid vines with uniform, soft tori
• Grows well in 12–16 inch pots, grow bags, or kiyari
• Germinates in 6–8 days, first harvest in 55–65 days
  
• Performs well in summer heat with light care

How to Grow Sponge Gourd

When to Sow

• Best sown February to April

Where to Grow

• Use large pots or beds with 6+ hours of sun and vertical support

Sowing Method

• Soak seeds for 6–8 hours before sowing
• Mix 2 parts soil + 1 partvermicompost
• Sow 1 inch deep, keep moist during germination
• Train vines to climb once they reach 1.5 feet

Fertilizer & Care

• Before Sowing: Add vermicompost to prep the soil
• Every 2 Weeks: Apply NPK 20-20-20 during early growth
• At Flowering Stage: Switch to NPK 5-15-45 for better fruit setting
• Pest Control: Use Neem Oil to prevent borers and fungal rot

Local Tips

• Give strong overhead support — vines get heavy
• Water deeply when topsoil dries, especially in pots
• Harvest tori when 8–10 inches long and still soft
• Don't let fruits overgrow — it affects next flowering

FAQs

How many seeds should I sow in one pot?
Sow 2–3 seeds in a 12–16 inch pot. Once sprouted, keep only the healthiest plant for better growth.

Should I soak sponge gourd seeds before planting?
Yes — soaking for 6–8 hours helps soften the seed coat and improve germination.

What causes sponge gourd to drop flowers without fruit?
Often due to poor pollination or excess nitrogen. Use NPK 5-15-45 at flowering and hand-pollinate if needed.

How do I prevent bitter fruits?
Harvest when tori is 8–10 inches long and still soft. Delayed harvest leads to bitterness and tough skin.

Common Names: Sponge Gourd, Luffa, توری, Tori